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Russia Elevates Navy Chief Alexander Moiseev to Admiral of the Fleet

The rank denotes the top naval grade in Russia, formally equivalent to general of the army.

Overview

  • The Russian Defense Ministry updated its website on December 12 to list Moiseev as commander-in-chief of the Navy with the rank of admiral of the fleet.
  • A photograph on the official profile shows Moiseev wearing insignia corresponding to the admiral of the fleet rank.
  • State outlet RIA Novosti reported the change on December 12, citing the updated Defense Ministry entry.
  • The admiral of the fleet rank is the highest naval officer grade in Russia and matches the army’s general of the army in status.
  • TASS notes Moiseev is the fourth officer in modern Russia to hold this title, and he has served as Navy commander-in-chief since 2024.